A breaded cutlet, fried until crisp and golden brown, is Milan's gastronomic gift to the world. How can something so simple be so extraordinary? We’ll show you.

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Italian dishes have become an integral part of American cuisine. Many favorite family dinners are centered around Italian, and Italian-inspired, recipes. Pasta in its many shapes is always a hit with kids and has the added convenience of cooking quickly and having an almost infinite shelf life. So dig in here and choose from dozens of our best recipes for quick Italian meals, all of which can be made in 60 minutes or less.